House Buying Tips

What is Ownership Interest in a Property?

Ownership interest in a property defines your rights as an owner of a property or that you have a claim…

2 years ago

What is a CLUE Report? And How to Order One.

A CLUE Report, otherwise known as a Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange Report, is a document that provides a list of…

2 years ago

What is Off-Market in Real Estate?

Off-market in real estate means that a house is for sale but is not listed on multiple listing services (MLS). …

3 years ago

How Much Does it Cost to Buy a House?

The cost to buy a house varies depending on where you live, the demand for the type of house you…

3 years ago

What is Escrow Balance?

An escrow balance is the amount of money a lender sets aside to pay for homeowners insurance, mortgage insurance, future…

3 years ago

What Is Underwriting in Real Estate?

Underwriting in real estate is the process of a third party determining how much risk a lender or insurance company…

3 years ago

What is Unimproved Land & Is It Worth Buying?

Unimproved land (sometimes known as vacant lots or more commonly raw land) is land that does not have any active…

3 years ago

How to Make an Offer on a House That Gets Accepted

You’ve been searching and searching for the perfect home for your family. You’ve scoured listings and gone on tours and…

3 years ago

Should You Pay a Mortgage Principal or Escrow First?

If you’re stuck between paying down the balance on the principal or escrow on your mortgage, always go with the…

3 years ago

What Does it Mean When the House You Want is “Contingent”?

Your dream home is now listed as contingent.  While that sounds like a bad thing, it doesn't necessarily mean you…

3 years ago